Word: INTERRUPT
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of INTERRUPT
- An event that causes a computer or other device to temporarily cease what it was doing and attend to a condition.
"The interrupt caused the packet handler routine to run."
- To disturb or halt (an ongoing process or action, or the person performing it) by interfering suddenly.
"A maverick politician repeatedly interrupted the debate by shouting."
- To divide; to separate; to break the monotony of.
"The evenness of the road was not interrupted by a single hill."
- To assert to (a computer) that an exceptional condition must be handled.
"The packet receiver circuit interrupted the microprocessor."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "interrupt" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "interrupt" conveys a high level of precision."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INTERRUPT a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is INTERRUPT worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in INTERRUPT? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing INTERRUPT:
- # the interrupt effect
- # master of interrupt
- # playing with interrupt
- # in terms of interrupt
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